The Sun Conjunct Neptune

“When we look at Mars in the fire signs, we see Mars ignited by images which light the way to their goal.” Liz Greene

There are some very interesting aspects at play this week. The Sun will conjunct Neptune at 11:45 PM (EST) on Wednesday 2/25. This is a good influence for seeking creative and spiritual solutions to long standing challenges and relationship issues. Take an inspired approach. Heed guidance and intuition as the veils are thin.

Saturn plays a strong role this week as well – still squaring the Sun and Neptune. This can make tasks and endeavors more arduous – often resulting in delays which require patience, attention to detail and renewed commitment. It is a good time to acknowledge how you face and overcome obstacles with discipline and perseverance.

Mars and Venus are conjunct in the fiery sign of Aries increasing the desire and energy for pleasure. It is a good time for socializing, dating and new opportunities for love.

Venus and Mars in Aries can be daring. impulsive and impatient but there are stabilizing aspects from Saturn which indicate a good time to build a strong foundation for long term relationships. The energy and drive are available for projects related to work and expanding abundance. Be open to a creative, committed approach here as well.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Liz Greene quote from her book.The Mars Quartet, Four Seminars on the Astrology of the Red Planet.

Mercury Direct at 1 Degree of Aquarius

“If you have insight you use your inner eye, your inner ear, to pierce to the heart of things, and have no need of intellectual knowledge.” Chuang- Tsu

Mercury stationed direct on Wed 2/11 although it may not feel like it is out of its retrograde phase until it picks up speed next week. Always a time that is ripe for revelations through a process of review an revision, this Mercury retrograde period was no exception. The Sabian symbol associated with the 1 degree Aquarius station is, “An unexpected thunderstorm.” Lynda Hill, author of a book on the symbols writes, “Thunderstorms are powerhouses of energy and can often unleash incredible levels of tension and release. Thunderstorms often clear the air after an extreme buildup of energy.”

When re thinking the meaning of this retrograde period for you it is wise to heed ideas or intuitions which although perhaps unexpected or unanticipated- symbolize a similar trajectory – a build up of tension, then release followed by clarity and a sense of relief.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Chuang-Tsu quote from Divine Sparks by Karen Speerstra, Sabian symbols quotes from Lynda Hill’s 360 Degrees of Wisdom.